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• Book Group: Revisiting "What do you Know?"

  • When
    May 13, 2025
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    5:00 PM

  

  
  

  We’re excited to announce the rescheduled date for our Book Group! Originally planned for January, Cecily Markham, our presenter was unable to attend due to illness.
  
  Please join us on Tuesday, May 13th, at 5 PM Pacific Time, as Cecily Markham leads a vibrant discussion on the book What Do You Know? by Aracelis Girmay and Ariana Fields—a stunning poetic and artistic collaboration between two sisters.

  
  

  This beautiful book invites us to learn from the Seven Sisters who speak the language of light, listen to Mother Nature’s wisdom, and connect with that sacred place within where our own images and inspirations reside.

  
  

  In addition to What Do You Know?, Cecily will share from her own book, What Do You Know of Courage?, which offers another layer of inspiration and insight.

  
  

  How to Prepare:

  • Bring your favorite poem or illustration from What Do You Know? to share.

  • Or simply join us to listen and be inspired—whether you’ve finished the book or are just curious to learn more!

  
  

  All members are welcome. Reading the book beforehand is encouraged but not required. We look forward to seeing you there!

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• Book Group: The Power of Your Child’s Imagination: How to Transform Stress and Anxiety into Joy and Success by Charlotte Reznick, Ph.D.

  • When
    May 16, 2025
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    5:00 PM

  
  

  
  

  Join us for our next Book Group on Friday, May 16th, at 5 PM Pacific Time, as we explore The Power of Your Child’s Imagination: How to Transform Stress and Anxiety into Joy and Success by Charlotte Reznick, Ph.D.

  
  

  This insightful book offers practical tools and techniques to help children harness the power of their imagination to overcome challenges, reduce stress, and find joy. Dr. Reznick’s approach combines creative visualization with mindfulness practices, empowering children—and those who support them—to navigate life’s ups and downs with resilience and confidence.

  
  

  How to Prepare:

  • Bring your favorite insights or passages from the book to share.
  • Or simply join us to listen and connect—whether you’ve finished the book or are just curious to learn more!

  
  

  All members are welcome! Reading the book beforehand is encouraged but not required. We look forward to a thoughtful and inspiring discussion!

  
  

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• EarlyBird Pricing Opens

  • When
    July 01, 2025
  •  
    8:00 PM

  
  

  
  

  Dear Imagery Lovers!
  

  Discounted registration Opens on July 1, 2025 and ends September 25th for the 17th Annual II Conference

  
  

  SAVE THE DATES!

  
  

  Rates will be announced later. Check back for further information in June, 2025.

  
  

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• Nominate: Imagery Person of the Year

  • When
    July 08, 2025
  •  
    8:00 AM

  
  

  
  

  2024 Imagery Person of the Year Nomination

  https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScWW2Iz4TWDikTU7BNTIuF4EmuPou12fc2cqYlynWiMQ3zinQ/viewform?usp=sharing
  

  Every year Imagery International honors a very special imagery practitioner who is then celebrated at our Annual Conference.

  IMPORTANT: The IPY award is given for the previous calendar year. Imagery International will present the award to the 2024 Imagery Person of the Year at our 2025 Conference.

  
  

  Please give some thought as to who in our community you believe has contributed in an outstanding or unique way to the field of imagery and nominate your candidate.

  We encourage nominations of people who have not received the award before. Imagery International has offered IPY awards since 2008. Click here to view past recipients.
  

  Simply write a paragraph or two about why you think your candidate should be chosen. Include specific qualities and contributions. Maybe even a story about them comes to mind.

  Click here to submit a nomination online so that your candidate can be considered by the Board of Imagery International for this year's IPY Award. 

  We will accept nominations until August 30, 2025.   

  The II board looks forward to hearing from you and reading about the people you feel have contributed so highly to the field of imagery. 

  Thank you!

  
  

  https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScWW2Iz4TWDikTU7BNTIuF4EmuPou12fc2cqYlynWiMQ3zinQ/viewform?usp=sharing

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• Book Group: The Animals of the Four Windows: Integrating Thinking, Feeling, Sensing and Imagery

  • When
    July 08, 2025
  •  
    5:00 PM

  The Animals of the Four Windows: Integrating Thinking, Feeling, Sensing and  Imagery

  
  

  Join us on July 8, 2025, for a discussion of The Animals of the Four Windows: Integrating Thinking, Feeling, Sensing, and Imagery by Eligio Stephen Gallegos, PhD. This insightful book explores how our inner world is shaped by four distinct ways of knowing—thinking, feeling, sensing, and imagery—and how we can bring them into balance for greater wholeness.

  
  

  Gallegos introduces the concept of “The Four Windows” of knowing, and invites us to engage with the symbolic animals that represent each mode of awareness. Through deep imagery and personal exploration, we uncover the wisdom held within us, often beyond the reach of words or logic.

  Whether you are new to deep imagery work or already familiar with Gallegos’ approach, this book offers a powerful lens for understanding yourself and the world. Our discussion will explore key themes, personal insights, and how we might apply these ideas in our own lives.

  
  

  Come ready to reflect, share, and discover how The Animals of the Four Windows can open new pathways of inner knowing. We look forward to seeing you there!

  The Book is available on Amazon at https://a.co/d/azQs4jW

  
  

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• ImagiNews: Submit your writing on "Emerging and Blossoming"

  • When
    August 01, 2025
  •  
    5:00 PM

  
  

  ImagiNews, September 2025 edition.

  Submit your contribution by August 1, 2025

  
  

  We invite you to contribute to the September issue of ImagiNews, exploring the theme of Emerging & Blossoming.

  
  

  As practitioners of imagery and visualization, we witness and guide transformative journeys—both our own and those of others. Growth is often subtle, like a seed pushing through the soil, or sudden, like a flower bursting into bloom. What does it mean to emerge from one state into another? How do we recognize and nurture the moments of blossoming in our personal or professional work?

  
  

  We welcome articles, poetry, reflections, and creative pieces that explore this theme. Share your insights, experiences, and inspirations as we celebrate the beauty of transformation.

  
  

  Submission Deadline: August 1, 2025

  Send your work to: editor@imageryinternational.org

  
  

  We look forward to your contributions and the wisdom you have to share!

  
  

  
  

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• August Webinar: What is Imagery’s Answer to Cancer?

  • When
    August 14, 2025
  •  
    4:00 PM

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  What is Imagery’s Answer to Cancer?
  Discover how Guided Imagery and Interactive Guided Imagery℠are currently being used as supportive treatment modalities to assist cancer patients in managing pain, reducing stress, feeling more hopeful, and shortening recovery times. Learn how to introduce Guided Imagery to those with cancer, and become familiar with certain Guided Imagery scripts that cancer patients find particularly beneficial. Lastly, enjoy the opportunity to experience one such comforting and empowering Imagery exercise during the latter half of this webinar. 

  
  

  Presenter Bio: 

  Elena Parsons is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor with over 30 years of experience who began working with cancer patients and caregivers through a hospital based cancer counseling program at the start of her career. Elena was drawn to helping cancer patients, in part due to the extensive cancer history within her family. 

  In counseling numerous patients who expressed anguish, anxiety, depression and suffering–whether physical or emotional, Elena began offering Guided Imagery experiences during client sessions. Upon hearing positive responses from her clients and seeing their improved moods and affect, she approached hospital administrators about offering a more in-depth structured Guided Imagery treatment program. With the hospital oncologists’ approval, she began to offer Guided Imagery to pre-surgery patients, along with those undergoing radiation and chemotherapy. Elena also created Guided Imagery support groups for patients and caregivers. 

  After 8 years Elena left this position at the hospital to travel and eventually start a private

  practice specializing in counseling clients with cancer and other chronic illnesses. 

  Elena is a long-time member of Imagery International who is certified in Interactive Guided Imagery (SM) from the Academy for Guided Imagery (AGI). She is also certified as a Holistic Cancer Coach through the Center for the Advancement of Cancer Education, CACE, aka BeatCancer.org.

  Currently Elena is enjoying semi-retirement, spending her time between Florida and Oregan. She continues to work with clients part-time through an online therapy platform.

  
  

  
  

  
  

  
  

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• DEADLINE: Nominate your Imagery Person of the Year

  • When
    August 30, 2025
  •  
    5:00 PM

  
  

  
  

  2024 Imagery Person of the Year Nomination 

  https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScWW2Iz4TWDikTU7BNTIuF4EmuPou12fc2cqYlynWiMQ3zinQ/viewform?usp=sharing
  

  Every year Imagery International honors a very special imagery practitioner who is then celebrated at our Annual Conference.

  IMPORTANT: The IPY award is given for the previous calendar year. Imagery International will present the award to the 2024 Imagery Person of the Year at our 2025 Conference.

  Nominate your choice between July 8 and August 30, 2025

  Please give some thought as to who in our community you believe has contributed in an outstanding or unique way to the field of imagery and nominate your candidate.

  We encourage nominations of people who have not received the award before. Imagery International has offered IPY awards since 2008. Click here to view past recipients.
  

  Simply write a paragraph or two about why you think your candidate should be chosen. Include specific qualities and contributions. Maybe even a story about them comes to mind.

  Click here to submit a nomination online so that your candidate can be considered by the Board of Imagery International for this year's IPY Award. 

  We will accept nominations until August 30, 2025.   

  The II board looks forward to hearing from you and reading about the people you feel have contributed so highly to the field of imagery. 

  Thank you!

  
  

  https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScWW2Iz4TWDikTU7BNTIuF4EmuPou12fc2cqYlynWiMQ3zinQ/viewform?usp=sharing

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• Book Group: Into Wholeness: The Path of Deep Imagery

  • When
    September 09, 2025
  •  
    5:00 PM

  Into Wholeness: The Path of Deep Imagery

  

  
  

  Join us on September 9, 2025, for a discussion of Into Wholeness: The Path of Deep Imagery by Eligio Stephen Gallegos, PhD. This book offers a profound exploration of deep imagery as a path to self-discovery, healing, and inner integration. Gallegos invites us to engage with the living imagery within us—guides that help us access our innate wisdom and move toward greater wholeness.

  
  

  Through personal stories and practical insights, Into Wholeness shows how deep imagery connects us with the parts of ourselves that have long been unseen or unspoken. It is a journey of healing, self-trust, and deep transformation.

  
  

  Whether you are new to this approach or have already begun working with imagery, this discussion will be a space to reflect, share, and explore how these practices can enrich our lives. We look forward to an evening of meaningful conversation—join us!

  Available from Amazon: https://a.co/d/8U5ElAJ

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• EarlyBird Pricing Closes

  • When
    September 25, 2025
  •  
    5:00 PM

  
  

  
  

  Dear Imagery Lovers!
  

  Discounted registration Opens on July 1, 2025 and ends September 25th for the 17th Annual II Conference

  
  

  SAVE THE DATES!

  
  

  Rates will be announced later. Check back for further information in June, 2025.

  
  

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• Conference 2025: Awakening and Illuminating Our World with Imagery

  • Start
    October 17, 2025
  •  
    4:00 PM
  • End
    October 19, 2025
  •  
    2:00 PM

  Registration is closed

  
  

  Save The Date

  Imagery International's 17th Annual Conference takes place from

  October 17 to October 19, 2025.

  
  

  Important Dates for the 2025 Conference

  1. March 7: Call for Proposals Opens
  2. May 9: Call for Proposals Closes
  3. July 1: Speakers Announced
  4. July1: Early Bird Registration Opens
  5. July 8: Nominations for IPY opens
  6. August 22: Keynote Speaker Announced
  7. August 30: Nominations for IPY closes
  8. September 25: Early Bird Registration Closes
  9. October 17: Conference begins

  Imagery International's Conferences usually are approved for 9 CEs by CAMFT & California Board of Behavioral Sciences,  CA Board of Registered Nurses and NBHWC. We will update you on this year's process.

  If you are a professional who can avail of CE's which have been approved by these organizations, keep an eye out for this year's approvals and consider attending the conference.

  1.  II offers CEs for the 6 virtual workshops that take place over Saturday and Sunday.
  2.  Anyone who wants to be awarded CEs needs to attend all 6 vital workshops as they happen in real time. They cannot watch a recording and receive the CEs. 
  3. II does not offer CEs for the Keynote Speaker address. The Friday evening Conference Opening and Keynote Address is the only segment of the conference which CE requesters need not attend in real time.

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• ImagiNews: Submit your writing on the theme of HARVESTING (Gathering the Harvest)

  • When
    November 01, 2025
  •  
    5:00 PM

  
  

  
  

  As the seasons turn, we find ourselves in a time of gathering the harvest—a moment to reflect on what we have cultivated, gathered, and learned. In the next issue of ImagiNews, we invite you to explore the theme of Harvesting: Gathering the Harvest.

  
  

  What fruits have your efforts yielded in your personal or professional journey? What wisdom have you gathered from your work with imagery and visualization? How do we honor and share the abundance that emerges from our experiences?

  
  

  We welcome articles, poetry, reflections, and creative pieces that explore the richness of this theme. Share your insights, stories, and inspirations as we celebrate the cycles of growth and fulfillment.

  
  

  Submission Deadline: November 1, 2025

  Send your work to: editor@imageryinternational.org

  
  

  We look forward to your contributions and the wisdom you have to share!

  
  

  With gratitude,

  the ImagiNews Team

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